{"product_id":"victor-reinz-71-31308-00-engine-coolant-thermostat-housing-seal-upper","title":"Victor Reinz 71-31308-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal - Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictor Reinz 71-31308-00 is an engine coolant thermostat housing seal for select Porsche, Volkswagen, and Audi applications. It is built for sealing repairs where a precise gasket fit is needed to restore coolant system integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne, N\/A. Fits 2016-2017 Porsche Cayenne, N\/A. Fits 2006-2008 Volkswagen Passat, N\/A. Fits 2012-2017 Volkswagen Passat, N\/A. Fits 2007-2017 Volkswagen Touareg, N\/A. Fits 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, N\/A. Fits 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, N\/A. Fits 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, N\/A. Fits 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N\/A. Fits 2007-2010 Audi Q7, N\/A. Fits 2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, N\/A.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-quality gasket technology for sealing repairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine coolant thermostat housing seal construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVictor Reinz original equipment supplier pedigree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 71-31308-00 for catalog matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictor Reinz 71-31308-00 is a thermostat housing seal made for coolant system service on compatible Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Touareg, Volkswagen CC, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Rabbit, and Audi Q7 applications. As an OE supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on gasket engineering that supports accurate sealing and consistent repair results. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35879 and MAHLE C32262 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 71-31308-00 seal is a practical choice when replacing a leaking thermostat housing gasket during cooling system maintenance. It is suited to repair work where the sealing surface must be restored without changing the surrounding assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops coolant seepage at the thermostat housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses sealing failure from age or heat cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps correct coolant odor or visible residue around the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports repair of a compromised thermostat housing seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the exact engine and housing style before ordering, since fitment varies across model years. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the housing for warping, cracks, or corrosion before installation. Use the vehicle-specific service procedure for torque and coolant refill steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket technology used by manufacturers worldwide. Part number 71-31308-00 is built to OE-quality sealing standards for repair-focused applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victor Reinz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53342677237941,"sku":"BDCK-71-31308-00","price":15.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RN_713130800_Fro.jpg?v=1789796915","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/victor-reinz-71-31308-00-engine-coolant-thermostat-housing-seal-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}